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My brother hit the big time in the 80 s as a singer in a band he formed called (removed). I have an urge to write a book about my experiences with the band and touring with them as well…
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Don’t be Karen! Research publishing laws BEFORE writing that book!
Also: KARMA! College essay services blackmailing students who cheat; National Enquirer is for sale in wake of controversies; Small press goes on hiatus after not paying royalties; Lawsuit against ebook piracy site; Public figures and libel; #MeToo movement leads to libel lawsuits and countersuits; Amazon’s horoscopes suggest people buy Amazon products; Can the law be copyrighted?
“I’m involved in a lawsuit against my previous employer and I’m about to sign a non-disclosure agreement. I want to write a book about the case using a pseudonym. I can do that, right?”
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